Memorials
In Memory of Velma
Velma was lovingly surrendered by her family at almost 12 years of age. Velma came to FBV in pretty rough shape. She had vision issues, but she sure could still follow the treats!! She also was great with potty training and enjoyed staying outside and sunning herself. Sometimes getting her to come back inside to…
Read MoreRIP Will and Pi
FBV lost a dear volunteer and friend. Will was an amazing person and such an awesome advocate for rescues and dogs. It was his wish that FBV take his pups, whom he adopted from us, when he passed. We did without any hesitation and therefore, brought into our care immediately his beloved Poly and Pi.…
Read MoreYour forever in our hearts, Ziggy
Some devastating news regarding Ziggy… There was a tragic accident where Ziggy followed his foster mom outside near her pool. He fell in, sunk to the bottom and drowned. It happened in a split second. She immediately dove in after him and performed CPR. Unfortunately, he passed away instantly. We are all completely…
Read MoreGeorgette Memorial
We received some sad news from Georgette’s forever family. They sadly had to let her cross over the Rainbow Bridge. Here are some words that her mama wanted to share about her: “Eight years ago, we were fortunate to be able to adopt Georgette through FBV. It is an understatement to say that she…
Read MoreBaxie Memorial
We have some incredibly sad news to share about one of our alumni pups. Sweet Baxie has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge leaving a huge hole in the hearts of her family members. Her family sent us this notice of her passing: “It is with a heavy heart that I write to let…
Read MoreSophie Memorial
We have some very sad news…. Sophie has crossed the rainbow bridge. Sophie was an adorable 6-year-old smiley gal who was surrendered to FBV due to IVDD. She had surgery but remained with impaired mobility and incontinence. She adored her people and LOVED sitting in her person’s lap and chilling with her humans…
Read MoreRIP Ivan
We have some very sad news to share. Ivan’s heart stopped while under anesthesia for a dental and ear packing, and he unfortunately passed away. We hadn’t chosen a dental lightly especially at his age, but a dental had been recommended for him 2 years ago per past vet records and he had to…
Read MoreRIP Kermit
Unfortunately, we have some bad news. Friday (9/9/2022), we had to make the decision to help Kermit cross the rainbow bridge. This wasn’t a decision we made lightly. It was made through tears and many medical opinions. His foster family did an amazing job giving Kermit all the care he could ever need…
Read MoreRIP Miss Piggy
Last week we asked the Village for help with Ms. Piggy’s medical bills. You rallied and helped support her, Kermit, and Demi. We wish we had better news. Sadly, we had to make the decision that we needed to help Ms. Piggy cross the rainbow bridge. We sought out the advice of specialists.…
Read MoreTater Memorial
We received the sad news that alum Tater crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Tater had at least 2 strokes (that her forever home knew about) and likely a tumor or lesion in her brain which caused her to become incredibly confused and lost. Per her forever home, “She didn’t remember us, our other dog or…
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